What are the responsibilities and job description for the BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE - COMMERCIAL / INDUSTRIAL position at Hooker DeJong, Inc. Architects, Engineers, Planners?
Hooker DeJong, Inc. (HDJ), recognized as one of the National Best & Brightest Companies, is a growing Architectural and Engineering firm, with an immediate opportunity for a SUPERSTAR TALENT to work on a variety of projects throughout the country. HDJ is a Michigan based firm with production offices in Muskegon and Grand Rapids, as well as a production office in Phoenix, and with other locations in Atlanta, Chicago, Cleveland, Detroit, Indianapolis and Los Angeles.
Job Title
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE - COMMERCIAL / INDUSTRIAL
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Location
Chicago - Chicago, IL 60622 US (Primary)
Career Level
Staff
Category
Sales
Job Description
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE - COMMERCIAL / INDUSTRIAL
Role Description
The Business Development Associate - Commercial / Industrial will work with HDJ business development and Commercial / Industrial studio leadership to acquire new business by :
- Building a development, sales, and marketing program and platform specific to commercial retail and industrial development, emphasizing regional and national grocers;
- Generating and facilitating new leads and target clients, emphasizing regional and national grocers;
- Creating a nationwide presence for HDJ in this real estate sector;
- Becoming a market expert and monitoring trends within the industry;
- Participating in industry organizations and attending associated events and conferences;
- Developing meaningful relationships and partnerships with commercial / industrial developers, contractors, and other project partners;
- Creating project proposals and letters-of-intent;
- Supporting HDJ's architectural and engineering production teams as needed throughout the life of a project; and
- Collaborating with HDJ's marketing team to develop and create market specific content.
HDJ is seeking an individual based in Chicago for this role.
ABOUT HDJ
HDJ is a national architecture and engineering firm. As a leading A / E consultant, we provide architectural and engineering services to national and regional commercial retailers, including publicly traded companies and privately owned corporations. Our experience includes both new build-to-suit (NBTS) and existing build-to-suit (EBTS) in the commercial retail sector.
OUR WORK
HDJ provides architectural, MEP engineering, and interior design services. With teams in Atlanta, Chicago, Cleveland, Detroit, Grand Rapids, Indianapolis, Los Angeles, Muskegon (MI), and Phoenix, HDJ is well-positioned to support our projects throughout all stages of design and construction and assist with our client's large and diverse pipeline of projects.
OUR GROWTH
HDJ has successfully achieved its annual growth goals over the last 10 years. Sustaining that growth requires further dedicated efforts with client retention and client acquisition within HDJ's strongest markets - of which the commercial and industrial sector is critical.
Job Requirements
For this position, HDJ is seeking an individual with the following traits and skills :
Why You'll Love Working Here :
Our Commitment to You : Hooker DeJong is dedicated to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplaces. We encourage everyone to bring their "whole selves" to work. Our goal is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are committed to building a firm that reflects the diversity of the clients and communities we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
